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University of Münster – M.Sc. Data Science
Program Overview
| Field | Details |
| University | University of Münster |
| Degree | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
| Program | Data Science |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 4 semesters (120 ECTS) |
| Start of Studies | Winter Semester (October) & Summer Semester (April) |
| Admission Type | Local Admission Restriction (Selection Process) |
| Tuition Fee | No tuition fee |
| Semester Contribution | Semester contribution only |
Official Program
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Chemie/studium/datascience/MScData_Science.shtml
Data Science Portal
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Datascience/
StudyFinder
https://www.mygermanuniversity.com/master/data-science/26107
Program Highlights
- Fully taught in English
- Interdisciplinary programme combining:
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Natural Sciences
- Research-oriented curriculum
- Multiple specialization tracks
- Excellent preparation for PhD studies
- Strong collaboration with research institutes
Specializations
Students choose one of the following tracks:
- Mathematical & Computational Data Science
- Biomedical Data Science
- Geoinformatics & Spatial Data Science
- Pharmaceutical Data Science
Study Areas
Core topics include:
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence
- Deep Learning
- Statistics
- Data Mining
- Big Data Analytics
- Mathematical Modelling
- Scientific Computing
- Data Engineering
- Research Project
- Master's Thesis
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as:
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Engineer
- Data Analyst
- Research Scientist
- Data Engineer
- Computational Scientist
- PhD Researcher
Graduates are employed in:
- Healthcare
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Artificial Intelligence
- Research Institutes
- Technology Companies
- Government Research
- Consulting
Admission Requirements
Academic Qualification
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree (minimum 180 ECTS) in one of the following or an equivalent discipline:
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physics
- Chemistry
Equivalent international degrees are accepted.
Selection Procedure
Admission is competitive and based on:
- Academic background
- Previous coursework
- Eligibility assessment by the faculty
The programme has local admission restrictions (NC).
English Language Requirement
Applicants must demonstrate:
Accepted proof includes recognized English language certificates (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL) or equivalent qualifications accepted by the university. Additional German is only required for the Pharmaceutical Data Science track.
German Language Requirement
- Not required for most Data Science specializations.
- Additional German proficiency may be required only for Pharmaceutical Data Science.
GRE Requirement
GRE is NOT required.
The official admission regulations do not require GRE scores.
Tuition & Fees
| Fee | Amount |
| Tuition Fee | None |
| Semester Contribution | Mandatory each semester |
International students pay only the semester contribution.
Application Deadlines (International Applicants)
Applicants with international degrees apply through the University of Münster online application portal.
Winter Semester
- Application Opens: Beginning of May
- Application Deadline: 15 July
- Program Starts: October
Summer Semester
- Application Opens: Beginning of November
- Application Deadline: 15 January
- Program Starts: April
These deadlines apply to international applicants, including non-EU students.
Application Procedure
- Submit the online application through the University of Münster application portal.
- Upload all required documents.
- The faculty evaluates academic eligibility.
- Successful applicants receive an admission offer and complete enrolment.
Required Documents
Applicants typically submit:
- Bachelor's degree certificate (or provisional certificate)
- Transcript of Records (including GPA)
- School leaving certificate
- English language certificate
- Passport
- Programme-specific application supplement (for Mathematical & Computational Data Science)
- Additional documents requested by the university
Why Choose the University of Münster?
- Public German research university
- No tuition fees
- English-taught programme
- Strong interdisciplinary Data Science curriculum
- Modern AI and Machine Learning research
- Multiple application-focused specializations
- Excellent preparation for research careers and doctoral studies
- Strong collaborations with industry and research centres
Official Sources
Programme
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Chemie/studium/datascience/MScData_Science.shtml
Data Science Portal
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Datascience/
Admission Information
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Datascience/admission/
University Application Deadlines
https://www.uni-muenster.de/studieninteressierte/en/bewerbung/fristenundtermine.shtml
StudyFinder
https://www.mygermanuniversity.com/master/data-science/26107